8th grade Science NC EOG Review

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What is a chemical reaction?

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A process where substances (reactants) change into different substances (products), often involving the formation of new materials.

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What is a precipitate?

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A solid that forms and settles out of a liquid mixture during a chemical reaction.

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Why is washing hands important when you have a cold?

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It helps prevent the spread of germs to other people.

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What are the three main shapes of bacteria?

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1. Rodlike (bacilli) 2. Spherical (cocci) 3. Spiral (spirilla)

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What does it mean if an object has a negative charge?

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It has more electrons than protons.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is erosion?

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The process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, which can be tested through experimentation.

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What is the role of a control in an experiment?

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A control is a standard for comparison that helps to ensure that the results of an experiment are valid.